Privacy Policy
Please read our universal privacy policy applicable to all of our websites and directly correlated with what the students create at:
- Assuaged.com (student website containing curated health-contents)
- AssuagedMarketing.com (student project website for marketing clients and paid internships)
- BeYourHighest.org (student products to support our 501c3 non-profit mission)
Our Executive Board Members
Thane & Cynthia Murphy
President & Vice-President
Cynthia Cherise Murphy is an accomplished leader in Business Development and Marketing with advanced degrees in Criminal Justice, Psychology, and Public Health. She is currently completing her PhD in Business Administration.
Thane Stewart Murphy is a retired USMC disabled veteran and Summa Cum Laude graduate in Nutrition.
Cynthia and Thane are the originating founders of Assuaged Foundation, where Thane serves as President and Cynthia as Vice President, overseeing the organization’s impactful internship program.
She and Thane are proud parents to their 14-month-old daughter, Novalee Rose, who inspires their ongoing commitment to social good and innovation.
Craig & Jennifer Dumnich
Treasurer | Secretary
Craig Dumnich, our Treasurer, holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management with a minor in Accounting, providing vital financial oversight and supporting the foundation’s growth.
Jennifer-Markle Dumnich, our Secretary, holds an MBA in Finance and ensures smooth operations with her expertise in financial planning and organizational leadership.
Beyond their board roles, Craig and Jennifer actively mentor in fitness, mindset, and corporate wellness, contributing to Assuaged’s mission of holistic empowerment and community impact.
Crystal Rylowicz
Executive Director Of Practicums
Crystal Rylowicz, our accomplished Executive Director of Practicums, holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) and brings extensive experience in education and public health.
Her career reflects a deep commitment to improving health outcomes, fostering student success, and ensuring quality assurance across all programs.
Crystal has served as a dedicated student leader, mentoring future professionals and driving impactful initiatives that align with Assuaged’s mission to empower underserved communities.
Jaime Persaud-Thomas
Senior Board Advisor & Preceptor
Jaime, our Senior Board Advisor and Student Preceptor, holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) and is a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB) with over 19 years of professional experience.
Her career is defined by a steadfast dedication to advancing public health initiatives, streamlining administrative coordination, and delivering accurate, evidence-based content.
Jaime’s expertise and mentorship are instrumental in guiding students and supporting Assuaged’s mission to create a healthier, more informed community.
Tamifer Lewis
Student Success and Grant Writing
Tamifer Lewis, MPH, is a public health professional with a Master of Public Health in Community Health from Monroe College and ongoing doctoral studies in Public Health at Capella University.
Tamifer focuses on empowering students and enhancing grant writing initiatives to support impactful public health programs.
Leveraging her extensive experience in clinical and administrative roles, she develops engaging health education materials, mentors students, and leads outreach efforts to build partnerships and secure funding.
